Illinois Federation of Teachers A Union of Professionals AFT-West Virginia Education Minnesota AFL-CIO AFT-Wisconsin Randi Weingarten president Lorretta Johnson secretary-treasurer Mary Cathryn Ricker executive vice president Our Mission The American Federation of Teachers is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their families and our communities. We are committed to advancing these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through the work our members do. Copyright American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO (AFT 2017). Permission is hereby granted to AFT state and local affiliates to reproduce and distribute copies of the work for nonprofit educational purposes, provided that copies are distributed at or below cost, and that the author, source, and copyright notice are included on each copy. Any distribution of such materials to third parties who are outside of the AFT or its affiliates is prohibited without first receiving the express written permission of the AFT. cover photo courtesy of aft michigan
2017 Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute OUR MEMBERS, OUR FUTURE The 2017 Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute, which will be held on June 25-29, 2017, at Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, Wis., is a five-day training and leadership development program. It is co-sponsored by the Illinois Federation of Teachers and the Leadership Education and Development program of the American Federation of Teachers. The courses are designed to enhance local capacity for all AFT constituency groups (AFT Teachers, AFT PSRP, AFT Higher Education, AFT Nurses and Health Professionals, and AFT Public Employees). The purpose of Great Lakes ULI is to provide hands-on learning of union skills, to further acquaint you with the AFT and its issues, and to give you a chance to exchange information with your union brothers and sisters in a relaxed, casual setting with wonderful resort amenities. The program is open to any AFT member but is designed with the needs of the Great Lakes region in mind. Randi Weingarten AFT President Lorretta Johnson AFT Secretary Treasurer Mary Cathryn Ricker AFT Executive Vice President Dan Montgomery President, Illinois Federation of Teachers Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 1
General Information LOCATION Lake Lawn Resort 2400 E. Geneva St. Delavan, WI 53115 800-338-5253 Lake Lawn Resort is 75 miles from downtown Chicago and 45 miles from Milwaukee, on the shores of Delavan Lake. Lake Lawn Resort is 1 mile east of the Delavan exit off Interstate 43 on Highway 50, and 10 miles west of Lake Geneva, Wis. DIRECTIONS From Chicago and O Hare International Airport: Take I-294 onto I-94 North (toward Milwaukee). Exit Highway 50 West (Kenosha, Wisc.) Continue on Highway 50 West through Lake Geneva. Lake Lawn Resort is about 10 miles west of Lake Geneva, on Highway 50 (Geneva Street). Lake Lawn will be on your left. From Midway Airport: Take Cicero Avenue North to I-290 West (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-294 North, toward Wisconsin. Continue on I-294 North to I-94 North into Wisconsin. Exit Highway 50 West (Kenosha) and continue west through Lake Geneva. Lake Lawn Resort is 10 miles west of Lake Geneva on Highway 50 (Geneva Street). Lake Lawn will be on your left. From Milwaukee and Mitchell International Airport: Take I-94 North (toward Milwaukee) from Mitchell Airport to I-894 West to I-43 South (toward Beloit). Continue on I-43 South to Exit 21 (Highway 50 East-Delavan). Exit, turn left onto Highway 50. Lake Lawn will be about ½ mile on the right. TRANSPORTATION Reservations are required. Go Riteway: A door-to-door transportation service, linking Milwaukee s Mitchell and Chicago s O Hare and Midway airports with all of southeastern Wisconsin. For reservations and additional information, call 800-236-5450 or visit www.goriteway.com. SCHEDULE The program will begin with registration on Sunday, June 25, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Course sessions will begin on Sunday evening and conclude on Thursday, June 29, at noon. Monday through Wednesday sessions will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. Some classes may require additional preparation time on site. WEATHER AND DRESS Outside temperatures may range from 60 to 85 degrees (the average temperature in June is 79 degrees). Dress is casual. Fluctuating air-conditioning temperatures in conference rooms may require additional or warmer clothing. 2 American Federation of Teachers, afl-cio
Registration REGISTRATION RATES Registration rates cover lodging, two receptions and dinners (on Sunday and Wednesday), four breakfasts, four lunches and coffee breaks throughout the week. MEALS Commuter rate: Single Occupancy: Double Occupancy: Meals are for participants only. Guests may attend the Sunday dinner and Wednesday barbecue with notification and payment on June 25 during on-site registration. COURSE MATERIALS $300 per person $880 per person $590 per person Some courses may require you to bring your local s constitution and contract to class. You will receive notification prior to the conference in the registration confirmation letter. REGISTRATION, DEADLINES AND COURSE CANCELLATION POLICIES Only one person per registration form, please. To register additional people, copy the form or request additional brochures by calling Benita Twillie, at the Illinois Federation of Teachers, at 630-468-4080, ext. 4066. Enrollment is limited and varies within courses. The earlier you submit the completed conference registration form and payment, the more likely you are to receive your first-choice course. We strive to place you in your first-choice course. Course availability is not guaranteed. When completing your registration form, please indicate a second and third choice for your course of study in the event that your first choice is unavailable. If your first-choice course is not available, and you have not indicated a second or third choice, your registration will be fully refunded. You will receive a confirmation notice and other information at least two weeks prior to the program. PLEASE NOTE! The registration deadline is Friday, May 19. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after June 9. Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 3
Choosing the right course! YOUR TIME IS PRECIOUS, so picking the right course is essential. We have indicated a target audience for each course, based on participants union role and level of union experience in the subject. We encourage you to contact your state leadership or the AFT s ULI department (800-238-1133, ext. 6323) to discuss your particular needs and placement. Each course will begin on Sunday, June 25, and conclude on Thursday, June 29. Union Leadership Skills Effective Grievance Administration I Introduction to Negotiations and Contract Campaigns The Union Solution to Students Stress and Trauma 4 American Federation of Teachers, afl-cio
Course Descriptions UNION LEADERSHIP SKILLS Target Audience This course is intended for newly elected or appointed leaders and stewards, prospective leaders and newer staff from all AFT constituency groups. Why Take It? Leadership in today s difficult economic and political environment is especially challenging. This program helps you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to support your local in successfully managing these difficult times. Key Objectives Identify your own leadership style; Understand specific constructive and destructive leadership behaviors; Improve your effectiveness in empowering and inspiring others; and Have fun in the leadership role. Approach This course involves highly interactive discussion, using small-group and individual exercises, and minimal direct presentation. EFFECTIVE GRIEVANCE ADMINISTRATION I Target Audience This course is intended for stewards, local grievance committee chairs, and local or state staff with responsibility for contract enforcement. Why Take It? You do not need to be an attorney to enforce your local contract and protect your members rights. This course will help you master grievance procedures and become confident in your abilities to represent your members, from investigation through preparation for arbitration. Key Objectives Identify criteria for separating gripes from grievances; Practice grievance investigation skills; Identify what should be written on a grievance form; Determine just cause and discipline-related grievances; Identify and address past practice grievances; Develop witness preparation skills; and Simulate presenting and arguing a grievance before management and educating and representing a grievant. Approach This course is highly interactive, using case studies, extensive discussion, individual practice and full simulation of arbitration by all participants. NOTE: You will need a copy of your local s constitution and your contract for this course. A laptop for classwork is recommended. Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 5
Course Descriptions (cont.) INTRODUCTION TO NEGOTIATIONS AND CONTRACT CAMPAIGNS Target Audience This course is open only to those with no experience or who are involved in their first bargaining situation. Why Take It? If you want to understand why and how bargaining works from start to finish, this program is for you. Learning by doing is this course s key feature, an approach that prepares you to be a full player in the bargaining process, from developing initial proposals and selecting the team to reaching a settlement. Key Objectives Use surveys and past grievances to generate bargaining proposals; Cost out proposals; Identify and act appropriately during the different stages of bargaining; Write bargaining proposals; Put together a team and work like one; and Develop a strategy to get a deal. Approach This course uses discussions, small-group exercises and direct presentation. NOTE: This course requires additional work outside of class. You will need a copy of your local s constitution and your contract for this course. A calculator and laptop for classwork are recommended. THE UNION SOLUTION TO STUDENTS STRESS AND TRAUMA Target Audience This course is intended for small teams of two to four prek-12 school faculty and/or staff, including teachers, school health professionals, paraprofessionals and other support staff, who want to learn about childhood trauma and be trained to teach their colleagues the course content. Why Take It? Our students face many adverse childhood experiences violence, abuse, neglect, loss and more. The resulting trauma interrupts healthy development and can impact their brains, bodies and behaviors. This course investigates the impact of trauma on children and adults, then pivots to explore trauma-informed strategies for supporting children and workers. Key Objectives Develop content expertise in childhood trauma and pathways to healthy childhood development; Examine the cultural context of violence and trauma in your local community; Explore new strategies for self-care to mitigate secondary trauma and burnout; and Learn how to build a trauma-informed environment, with lessons from AFT affiliates. Approach This course often calls on participants to be emotionally open and vulnerable. Facilitators use case studies, discussion, guided practice, diverse media and more to keep participants deeply engaged and interacting to develop strategies for healing. NOTE: We recommend bringing a copy of your local contract, as well as documentation of your district s approach to discipline, special education, racial equity, school climate and other related topics. Participating locals are expected to send two to four educators, applying as a team. Participating trainer teams are expected to deliver at least one 60-minute professional development session for colleagues on the course content in the following school year. 6 American Federation of Teachers, afl-cio
Tentative Agenda Sunday, June 25 3:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Program Registration 4:00 p.m. Hotel check-in 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. *Dinner & program orientation 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Classes 8:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Reception Monday, June 26 Wednesday, June 28 7:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Breakfast 8:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Classes 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Classes 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Lunch 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Classes 2:45 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Break 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Classes 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. *Dinner and Reception (Wednesday only) Thursday, June 29 7:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Classes 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Break 10:45 a.m. noon Classes *Guest meal tickets for these events are available for sale at the registration desk. Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 7
Don t forget the ever popular, often imitated but never duplicated ANNUAL ULI BARBECUE & RECEPTION 6 p.m. 8 p.m. MUSIC AND DANCE PARTY 8 p.m. Midnight Wednesday, June 28 8 American Federation of Teachers, afl-cio
Contacts Great Lakes Regional State Federation Presidents and Leadership Education Affiliate Directors (LEADs) Program David Kammerer, AFT... 800-238-1133, ext. 6323 Cathy Mannen, IFT... 630-468-4080 Monique Redeaux-Smith... 630-468-4080 Illinois Dan Montgomery, president... 630-468-4080 Sharon Teefey, LEAD... 217-544-8562 Cathy Mannen, LEAD... 630-468-4080 Indiana Rick Muir, president... 317-299-5395 Michigan David Hecker, president... 313-393-2200 David Dobbie, LEAD... 313-393-2200 Minnesota Denise Specht, president... 800-652-9073 Sara Gjerdrum, LEAD... 651-227-9541 Ohio Melissa Cropper, president... 614-258-3240 Deborah Tully, LEAD... 614-314-7905 Ohio Nurses Association Sally Morgan, president... 614-237-5414 Bob Cousins, LEAD... 614-448-1028 West Virginia Christine Campbell, president... 304-344-2679 Wisconsin Kim Kohlhaas, president... 608-662-1444 Rob Henn, LEAD... 608-662-1444 Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals Candice Owley, president... 414-475-6065 Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 9
2017 Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute REGISTRATION FORM JUNE 25-29, 2017 LAKE LAWN RESORT DELAVAN, WISCONSIN Only one registrant per form, please. To register, complete and fax this form to Benita Twillie at 630-468-4089, then mail this form along with the appropriate registration fee to the address on page 12. Name: Male Female Position in Local: Local Name & Number: SPELL OUT FULL NAME OF LOCAL; NO ACRONYMS, PLEASE! Home Address: City: State: Zip: Daytime phone: ( ) E-mail address: Other phone : ( ) Fax: ( ) FIRST TIME ATTENDEE: YES NO CONSTITUENCY: Check one. AFT Teachers AFT PSRP State/local Staff AFT Higher Ed AFT Nurses and Health Professionals AFT Public Employees PAYMENT: Make check payable to Illinois Federation of Teachers. Commuter Rate ($300 per person) Single Occupancy ($880 per person) Double Occupancy ($590 per person) If you have selected double occupancy, then select one below:* Assign roommate to me. Sharing room with the following registrant: * no selection will result in a single room rate charge. CREDIT CARD PURCHASE (You may charge your registration fee on VISA or MASTERCARD.) $ Card Number: Cardholder s Name (please print): Exp. / Cardholder s Signature: Cardholder s Address (as it appears on credit card statement): City: State: Zip: Continued on page 12 Great Lakes Union Leadership Institute 11
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Do you require any special rooming accommodations? YES NO If YES, please indicate: Do you have any dietary restrictions or other needs of which we should be aware? YES NO If YES, please indicate: Americans with Disabilities Act The American Federation of Teachers will confirm that accommodations at Lake Lawn Resort are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If a conference participant anticipates a special need arising from a disability, the participant should contact Benita Twillie (630-468-4080, ext. 4066) by May 26. The AFT will make reasonable accommodations for any special needs to ensure that attendees may fully participate in all ULI activities. Early notice is necessary since some accommodations may require significant advance notice. PLEASE INDICATE T-SHIRT SIZE: MEN'S Small Medium Large XLarge XXLarge XXXLarge COURSE SELECTION Indicate your first-choice selection for the five days by placing a 1 on the line to the left of that course. If you would like to indicate a second or third choice in case your first choice is canceled or filled, then place a 2 or 3 on the line to the left of those courses. Please note: No changes in course selection will be honored after May 19. Union Leadership Skills Effective Grievance Administration I Introduction to Negotiations and Contract Campaigns The Union Solution to Students Stress and Trauma Local President Approval (signature). Desired, not required. Please fax your completed form to Benita Twillie, then mail the form along with the appropriate registration fee to: Benita Twillie c/o Illinois Federation of Teachers P.O. Box 390 500 Oakmont Lane Westmont, IL 60559 Phone: 630-468-4080, ext. 4066; Fax: 630-468-4089 FOR IFT/AFT OFFICE USE. DATE RECEIVED: 12 American Federation of Teachers, afl-cio